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Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open” for all commercial vessels during the ongoing ceasefire, as announced by foreign minister Seyed Abbas Aragchi. This decision follows the recent easing of tensions and aims to stabilise global energy supplies. Further actions are anticipated.
Chagossians remain on Île du Coin as efforts to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius collapse. First Minister Misley Mandarin asserts their determination to stay despite resource scarcity and threats of expulsion. Hundreds are ready to join them; however, essential supplies have been confiscated.
Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat in Hungary’s parliamentary elections to Peter Magyar, marking the end of his 16-year rule. Magyar, a political newcomer, promises “system change.” Supporters celebrated in Budapest as the nation anticipates this new chapter in governance.
Conservative historian Karol Nawrocki has won the Polish presidential election with 50.89% of the vote, defeating pro-EU candidate Rafal Trzaskowski, who secured 49.11%.
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Ukraine conducted a large-scale drone operation targeting over 40 Russian bomber aircraft at multiple bases, showcasing a significant breach of Russian national defences.
The UK government plans to establish at least six new weapons factories as part of a £6bn rearmament initiative to bolster its defence capabilities amid rising threats, particularly from Russia.
Relations between the Czech Republic and Slovakia since the peaceful dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1992 have been consistently good, close and characterized by mutual trust.
Sir Keir Starmer plans to enhance the UK’s military capabilities, including buying more attack submarines, but has not committed to new defence spending ahead of the Strategic Defence Review.
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